“A Taste of Blood” is a 1967 horror film known for its intricate storyline and thrilling scenes. The movie, directed by Herschell Gordon Lewis, stars Bill Rogers as a businessman who transforms into a vampire. The film gives us a glimpse of the mysterious locations it was shot at and the intriguing behind-the-scenes information.
Where it Filmed?
The film was shot in one primary location – Miami, Florida, USA. This setting gave the film its unique flavor and contributed to the overall horror theme of the movie. Specific filming dates are not given, but the filming process contributed greatly to the horror atmosphere the movie successfully portrayed.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bill Rogers | John Stone |
| Lawrence Tobin | Det. Crane |
| Ted Schell | Lord Gold |
| Otto Schlessinger | Dr. Howard Helsing |
| Eleanor Vaill | Hester Avery |
| Gail Janis | Vivian |
| Judy Waterberry | Ida – the maid |
| Dolores Carlos | Sherri Morris |
| Roy Collodi | Delivery Man |
| Karl Stoeber | Man walking dog |
| Thomas Rowland | Detective |
| Barrie Walton | Telephone Operator |
| Cal Bowman | Hank’s golfing friend |
| Doug Weston | Police photographer |
| Jake R. Pawlson | Policeman |
| Bill Kozak | Man running from tomb |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was released in the USA on August 9, 1967.
- Bill Rogers played the lead character, John Stone, who turns into a vampire.
- Elizabeth Lee is featured in the film as Helene Stone, while William Kerwin plays Dr. Hank Tyson.
- The film was directed by Herschell Gordon Lewis, who also played The Limey Seaman and the voice of Baron Khron.
- The film’s screenplay was written by Donald Stanford.
- For a Herschell Gordon Lewis film, “A Taste of Blood” was impressive enough to receive an offer from Roger Corman for Lewis to work for his Hollywood production company, an offer that Lewis kindly declined.
- In a night-time scene on a London-docked ship, lights from Miami Beach’s high-rise structures can be seen in the background, a fun oversight to notice.
- The film’s estimated budget was $65,000, a significant investment in 1967.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Miami, Florida, USA
- Latitude: 25.7616798
- Longitude: -80.1917902
- Place ID: ChIJEcHIDqKw2YgRZU-t3XHylv8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Miami, FL, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
